City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism

The spring season is ready to kick off at our Henderson Pavilion! Celebrate with us, our tenth anniversary, as we present a line up that is sure to bring the Phantom and Princess out of every boy and girl!

The 2012 spring line up is packed with some oldies but extreme goodies, as well as newbies that are certain to make you cheer for more! We are excited to bring back memorable performances that had all of our Pavilion loyalists spreading the word for months such as the Symphonic Rock Show, reuniting Brody Dolyniuk with the legendary Las Vegas rock entourage Yellow Brick Road, as well as Charlie Chaplin movie night featuring the Henderson Symphony Orchestra, this time featuring the hit Chaplin flick Modern Times.

New to our Pavilion stage will be shows such as Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, as depicted by the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company; the same performers responsible for bringing us the ever-popular and memorable rendition of the classic Wizard of Oz last May. Vox Lumiere comes to Nevada for the first time and brings us their take of The Phantom of the Opera, intertwining a spectacular stage show, award-winning actors and music to this classical tale. And the Disney hit Imagination Movers will rock the house in October with their Rock-O-Matic tour, in which also includes a VIP ticket option including an exclusive performance, healthy snacks and meet and greet opportunities!

Season tickets are available for the first time, allowing you to purchase multiple shows at a discounted rate. Select the same seat for every show (based upon availability) or select a different spot per show by visiting the Pavilion box office in person or dialing in. Either way, there isn’t a bad seat in the house!

We hope to see you all here as the season kicks off with the Symphonic Rock Show, April 7, whether you’re a ten-year loyal or a newcomer. Come and see what the buzz is all about, as the Henderson Pavilion kicks off its tenth season with rockin’ symphonies, a melody of comedy and performances that will move your imagination. We’re back and we hope to have you all back with us as well. Tell a friend!

Please visit HendersonLive.com/tickets, the Henderson Pavilion box office in person at 200 S. Green Valley Parkway in Henderson or by calling 267-4TIX to get your tickets to these exciting shows, or to inquire about other upcoming performances.

You’ve waited long enough and the time has finally come! We are launching our presale today to all of our social media followers! Please visit our website at HendersonLive.com/tickets for all of the details.

The City of Henderson’s Cultural Arts and Tourism department has been working overtime, aiming to meet and surpass the outstanding line up of shows and events that we presented to our loyal fans and newcomers in the 2011 season. Our Henderson Pavilion, located at 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, just adjacent to the Green Valley Ranch Resort, is kicking off its ten year anniversary with a variety of entertaining events ranging from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, as depicted by the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company (also responsible for last season’s spectacular depiction of the classic Wizard of Oz), to classics like Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times featuring the Henderson Symphony Orchestra, The Phantom of the Opera, the Las Vegas legendary Yellow Brick Road with their Symphonic Rock Show and much more!

Thank you for taking part in our 2011 season and our special presale of the 2012 season, and we hope that you are as excited as we are. And don’t forget to Stay Connected and Stay in the Loop via our other social media sites: Facebook, Twitter and now Google+!

The City of Henderson gets set to host its annual art festival in 2012 with the Art Festival of Henderson. Dates are Mother’s Day Weekend; May 12 and 13, 2012 and admission is complimentary. If you are familiar with our art festivals of the past, such as this year’s Art and All That Jazz, we will be focusing on artists of all genres once again, but with a different look and theme of the event exhibit.

We are currently looking for artists to participate in this festive and imaginative event. If you are within the artistic fields of Ceramics, Painting, Printmaking and Photography, Sculpture, Jewelry, Metal, Wood, Glass and Fiber, or Mixed Media, then we are looking for you! Please visit our official website for more information on applying and to download the official application. Application must be completed and returned before the cut-off date of March 19, 2012.

December 1-4, 2011 will mark the 10 year anniversary of our annual TransWest Ford Henderson 250 Desert Race. Join us as we kick off this event at our Water Street District on Thursday, December 1 starting at 11am as participants register for time trials at the Henderson Convention Center. There‘s also meet and greet opportunities, music, food, beverage, and merchandise vendors lined up for all spectators. The day will then cap off with a Welcome Party at the Fiesta Henderson starting at 6pm at Cervesa Cantina Bar. Friday, December 2 continues the registration process as well as a Driver/Rider mandatory meeting and then it’s off to the races on Saturday, December 3 starting at 5:45am in Jean, NV. It is there you will witness the action of pure, competitive off-road racing of motorcycles, quads, UTV’s and more!

Join us December 9 – 10 for our annual Winterfest event in the Water Street District! This year’s theme is An Old-Fashioned Christmas Delight as we focus on traditional, Dickens-esque vibes and appearances while introducing for the first time in our event’s history, an All New Evening Light Parade!

Winterfest kicks off on Friday, December 9 from 6pm to 9pm with a Tree Lighting Ceremony, a performance by the Henderson Symphony Orchestra and tons of children’s activities to keep the little ones engaged and full of holiday spirit!

The event continues on Saturday, December 10 from 12pm to 8pm with more children’s activities, Visits from Santa, Horse and Carriage rides, strolling carolers, street performers, a Gingerbread House display, our annual Festival of Trees and a Craft Bazaar. The evening caps off with our Evening Light Parade hosted by Sunny 106.5’s Melanie and Michael that starts at 5pm in which involves all participating floats being covered in lights! Join in the holiday spirit as we fill the Water Street District with an illuminating display, brightening everyone’s hearts and eyes with true holiday comfort and joy!

Juilliard trained pianist Alpin Hong will perform at the Henderson Pavilion October 29, 2011 at 8 pm. Tickets are only $9 with a $3 service fee per ticket.

Alpin is known for his unique twist on classical pieces, making his performances appealing to all ages and walks of life. “Heroes and Villains, Might and Magic: A Musical Battle Royale for the Future” is the title of this epic performance, as Alpin takes us through his love of video games by playing recognizable themes from Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy and more, as well as a few famous television and movie themes.

We at the City of Henderson’s Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism invite you to take time out of your evening to be a part of this unique twist on a classical piano performance. Bring the entire family as we are certain that everyone from Mom and Dad to son and daughter will be captivated by Alpin Hong’s ability to reach a variety of audiences.

The Henderson Pavilion is our 2,444+ capacity theater, established in 2002. With such an intimate venue, there’s not a bad seat in the house! Please visit HendersonLive.com, phone us direct at 702-267-4TIX or come and visit us in person at 200 S. Green Valley Parkway to purchase. We are open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 5:30pm.

The Shakespeare in the Park series has returned as The City of Henderson hosts The Las Vegas Shakespeare Company’s take on A Mid Summer Night’s Dream: Four Parks, Four Weekends, For You!

A Mid Summer Night’s Dream is one of William Shakespeare’s most notable plays, and to see it brought to life by director Dan Decker and his talented cast and crew is sure to be a treat. Stepping outside of the Shakespeare arena, the company brought a memorable and astounding performance to the Henderson Pavilion with their take on the classic; The Wizard of Oz, back in May 2011. A lot of the actors in that performance have returned to partake in this Shakespeare classic and promise to bring a performance that is certain to be just as powerful. You can learn more about the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company by visiting their website.

You can catch performances at four different Henderson parks, the first four Saturdays of October, at the listed locations:

Sonata Park: October 1st

Discovery Park: October 8th

Lake Las Vegas: October 15th

River Mountain Park: October 22nd

The City of Henderson’s Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism is proud to promote this annual event and we hope that Henderson residents as well as Las Vegas and Boulder City residents make one of these amazing four performances and enjoy a night of Shakespeare, the talents of the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company and a relaxing performance under the stars of our beautiful fall weather that is upon us. Picnics and blankets are welcome and all performances are complimentary. We are certain you will enjoy your time and the show!

Super Run, Southern Nevada’s Largest Car Show, makes its return to the Water Street District in Downtown Henderson September 23-25, 2011. The event kicks off at The District at Green Valley Ranch Resort Casino on Thursday, September 22 with participant registration, cash prize drawings and entertainment.

Friday, September 23 launches the first day of competition. Come on down and cheer for your favorite rides as they compete in roaring engines, slow drag and burn out competitions and cap the night off with a live concert performed by The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edwards. Saturday, September 24 will host the remaining of competitions with more roaring engines, slow drag and burn out performances. Bettie Page Clothing Company will present a ’50s Fashion Show at 7 pm on the 102.7 The Coyote/96.3 KKLZ Stage followed by a live performance by local country music rockers Against the Grain. Sunday, September 25 wraps up the event with the awards presentation. To receive more detailed information, please visit our website by clicking here.

Super Run is one of the biggest events on the Water Street District’s annual roster, and we are pleased to be working alongside the Las Vegas Cruisin’ Association to bring this event to life! Don’t miss your opportunity to take place in this great event, and take in all that our Water Street District has to offer. We are certain you will enjoy the event and the competition as a whole.

This year, the City of Henderson played host to the Ironman World Championship for the first time, welcoming the Marine Corps Ironman World Championship 70.3. An Ironman competition consists of a three part race involving swimming, cycling and then a foot race to the finish line.

The race took place September 11 and two winners were crowned at the finish line, housed at our Henderson Pavilion: Craig Alexander from Australia in the men’s division and Melissa Rollison, also from Australia, in the women’s division.

The City of Henderson has been selected as the home for the Marine Corps Ironman World Championship 70.3 for the next four years, with next year’s date already scheduled as September 9, 2012.

We would like to thank all of the participants, organizers and the fans that helped make this inaugural year a great success. We hope that you join us again during our future years of hosting this competitive event.

Casting Crowns makes a stop at our Henderson Pavilion on Sunday, September 25th, 2011 as a part of their 40 city Come to the Well tour, presented by World Vision. Tickets are on sale now and show time is at 7 p.m.

Casting Crowns is a Contemporary Christian/Christian Rock band started in 1999 by youth pastor Mark Hall. They are Grammy and Dove Award winning artists with four successful albums under their belts, launching their fifth, Come to the Well, October 18, 2011. The band is truly devoted to their church, four being ministers at Eagle’s Landing First Baptist Church in McDonough, GA. The band is considered part-time work to them, as their full-time work consists of mentoring teenagers at the church.

The Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism for the City of Henderson hope you take time out of your evening to be a part of this unique and uplifting performance. Come be a part of what is promising to be one of the biggest and highly anticipated shows of our history! Over 700 tickets were sold the very first day of sale!

The Henderson Pavilion is our 2,444+ capacity theater, established in 2002. With such an intimate venue, there’s not a bad seat in the house! Please visit HendersonLive.com, phone us direct at 702-267-4TIX or come and visit us in person at 200 S. Green Valley Parkway to purchase. We are open Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 5:30pm.